How to Make Hot Sauce from Chili Powder - Recipe

How to Make Hot Sauce from Chili Powder - Recipe
Prep 5 min Cook 10 min Serves 20 Source

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons chili powder of choice (yes, you can use a mixture)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Optional Additions: 1 teaspoon or more of onion powder (cumin, dried basil, dried oregano, etc.)

Steps

  1. 1

    Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.

  2. 2

    Taste and adjust for salt and vinegar. Add more water or vinegar for a thinner sauce.

  3. 3

    You can use the sauce as-is at this point, or heat it in a small pot. Simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors develop even more.

  4. 4

    Cool, bottle and enjoy.